Microneedling: Benefits & How It Works

If you’re troubled by the appearance of scars, stretch marks or wrinkles, you’ll want to learn more about the advanced skincare treatment of microneedling.

This minimally invasive skin treatment delivers a more even skin tone for beautiful, glowing skin. At Cayce Medical Spa, we offer professional microneedling in Columbia, MO, using SkinPen, the only FDA-approved, medical-grade microneedling device for fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars and more.  

How Microneedling Helps Your Skin

Microneedling creates tiny punctures in the skin using ultra-fine needles, while minimizing cellular damage. It stimulates the body’s natural mechanisms for regenerating healthy skin tissue. This increases collagen and elastin production, promoting a more even skin tone for men and women, and it is safe and well-tolerated by all skin types. Whether you’re interested in microneedling for wrinkles, rejuvenating skin texture or minimizing pigmentation, this treatment delivers noticeable, natural results over time. 

Patients who may benefit from microneedling include those with any of these conditions:

• Pigment disorders
• Uneven skin tone or texture
• Acne scars
• Burn scars
• Traumatic scars
• Stretch marks
• Fine lines and visible signs of aging

What to Expect During Your Appointment

Cayce Medical Spa provides microneedling treatments using SkinPen, which uses 14 stainless steel, medical-grade needles to puncture the skin at a rate of 1,000 micro-injuries per second at a uniform depth.

Before Your Treatment   

• Avoid tanning beds or direct sun exposure for several weeks
• Discontinue exfoliating products (Retinol, Retin-A, glycolic/salicylic acids) 3–5 days prior
• Drink plenty of water
• Arrive with clean, product-free skin

During Your Appointment   

• Your esthetician will begin by cleaning the skin and applying a topical anesthetic, which will set for about 30 minutes. 
• Once the area is numb, the microneedling pen will be passed over the treatment area. 
• The procedure itself typically takes around 15 minutes. 

After Your Appointment   

Most patients experience little to no downtime after microneedling and typically return to normal activities within 24 hours after the procedure. Some people notice minor redness or irritation, which typically heals on their own.

To aid skin healing: 

• Avoid alcohol-based skin products or exfoliants until your skin recovers
• Wait 72 hours before intense sweating and exercise, if possible 
• Follow your personalized post-treatment plan

For best results, Cayce Medical Spa recommends three to five microneedling treatments about 30 days apart. Results typically last about six months after your last appointment, and follow-up treatments can be scheduled as needed. 

When to Avoid Microneedling   

Microneedling is not recommended for the following patients:

• If you are pregnant
• If you have an active acne breakout or if you recently used accutane for acne
• If you have eczema, rosacea or similar conditions
• If you scar easily or have a condition that hinders wound healing
• If you’ve had skin radiation treatments in the past 12 months

Book Your Appointment Today!

You can book three microneedling appointments with Cayce Medical Spa in Columbia, MO, and SAVE $100! Call us at 573-234-6930 or contact us online to schedule your treatment today!